
Castle, sea and mountains - this is a view with a wow factor. This tranquil Morfa Bychan accommodation has direct access to the Wales Coast Path & 2 beaches.
- £865 per week
- £124 per night
- 7 Guests
- 4 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
- 2 Pets
Features
Beds & bedrooms
- Bed linen provided
- 3 double beds
- 1 single bed
Appliances
- Washing machine
- Tumble dryer
- Dishwasher
- Freezer
Bathrooms
- 3 WCs
- Towels provided
- En-suite bathroom
- Bath
- Shower
Families
- Family friendly
- Travel cot
- Highchair
- Stairgate
Special Features
- Open fire or woodburner
- Smart TV
- Welcome pack
- Countryside views
- Sea or coastal views
Outdoors
- Garden or courtyard
- Enclosed garden or courtyard
- Barbecue
- Private parking
- Rural location
Nearby activities
- Walking
- Cycling
- Fishing
- Golf
- Pony trekking/horse riding
Accessibility
- Ground floor WC
- Ground floor bedroom
- Ground floor bath/shower room
Important - please note
House Rules
- Check in: 16:00
- Check out: 10:00
Description
Very few holiday homes can boast a setting like this. Nestled in a peaceful corner of Snowdonia on the Cambrian Coast, this detached Morfa Bychan accommodation commands a magnificent view of Criccieth Castle across the sea and a vista of dramatic North Wales landscape. Direct access to the Wales Coast Path that leads directly to Criccieth Beach as well as Black Rock Sands - both within half a mile.
Ground Floor
Kitchen - well equipped, fitted oak kitchen and a large breakfast bar. Includes an oven and separate hob, microwave,under counter fridge and freezer plus additional small counter top fridge, dishwasher and washer/dryer.
Living room - cosy living room with seating for up to 8 guests, a welcoming wood burner along with freeview TV and DVD player.
Dining room - perfect for entertaining, the dining room includes a large table, electric fire stove, radio and ipad docking station.
Conservatory - the most popular room in the house with breathtaking sea views encompassing Criccieth Castle, and sweeping mountain views of Snowdonia National Park.
Bedroom 1 - ground floor double bedroom with an ensuite shower room. This bedroom is also wheelchair accessible.
Upstairs
Bedroom 2 - spacious room with double bed and en suite shower room.
Bedroom 3 - double bed and amazing views.
Bedroom 4 - spacious single bedroom.
Bathroom - modern family bathroom with bath and shower above.
Garden
Your beautiful Morfa Bychan accommodation offers an enclosed front garden with panoramic views of the Llyn Peninsula, Criccieth beach and castle and the Snowdonia mountain range. BBQ area with picnic benches for up to 8 guests.
Additional Information
- Welcome Pack on arrival includes bread and butter, tea, sugar and milk.
- Limited WiFi available from the conservatory only
- Central heating and electricity included, as well as initial basket of logs for woodburner
- Bed linen, hand and bath towels provided. Please bring your own beach towels.
- 1 hairdryer
- Iron and ironing board available
- Travel cot, high chair and 2 stair gates (top and bottom) provided on request. Please bring your own cot linen.
- Up to 2 dogs welcome. Please note that the farmhouse is set in open countryside with farm animals in surrounding fields, therefore dogs must be kept under control on a lead at all times. No dogs allowed in the front garden.
- No smoking inside please
- Limited parking space available - 2 cars maximum
- Additional items provided include dishwasher tablets and washing up liquid, 2 toilet rolls per toilet and hand soap.
- Tassimo Coffee Machine available
Map
Peaceful and detached, this spacious and traditional stone built farmhouse is situated on the headland above Black Rock Sands, between Morfa Bychan and Criccieth, North Wales. It is a truly breath-taking location which commands panoramic views of Snowdonia National Park, Barmouth Bay and Criccieth Castle.
Black Rock's 3 miles of sandy beach is just 1/2 a mile by car or on foot via the Wales Coast Path that can be accessed from your garden gate. There's a convenience store and chip shop within a mile of your Morfa Bychan accommodation, whilst at the other side of the headland, Criccieth Beach can also be accessed by following the Wales Coast Path for less than 1/2 a mile.
Numerous recommended restaurants can be found in Criccieth, including Poachers, Dylan's and Moelwyn Restaurants. If you wish to eat here, you could either enjoy a beautiful 2 mile walk along Criccieth Beach, or by road (4.5 miles). As the home town of Cadwalader's ice cream you also have a great excuse to treat yourself to dessert. The popular harbour town of Porthmadog is also within 3 miles where you can catch a steam train through forested and mountainous scenery to the walled castle town of Caernarfon or to the slate mining town of Blaenau Ffestiniog.
Blaenau Ffestiniog (15 miles) is also home to a range of adventures, from ZipWorld Titan and Bounce Below to Llechwedd Slate Mines and Antur Stiniog biking centre. Other prime attractions in this central part of Snowdonia includes Portmeirion Italianate Village (7 miles), the World Heritage Site of Harlech Castle (13 miles) and Snowdon, the highest mountain in Wales. In summary, with some of Wales' best attractions on your doorstep, this area will most definitely keep you entertained.
Beaches
Black Rock Sands - 3 miles of sandy beach. 0.5 mile
Criccieth Beach - the 'furthest' end of the eastern beach is within a short walk of your Morfa Bychan accommodation. Criccieth also has a second beach at the other side of the Castle. Both are a mixture of sand and pebble with a rocky area at the 'far' end (nearest to Ffermdy Penrhyn), exposing rock pools at low tide. 0.5 mile
Walking
Wales Coast Path - literally on your doorstep, this world famous path can be followed in either direction - towards Morfa Bychan (south) and Criccieth (north west). 0 mile.
Snowdon Mountain. The nearest route starts from Rhyd-ddu, or you can catch the train from Llanberis to the summit café. 13 / 27 miles.
Cycling
Plenty of scenic country lanes from the farmhouse.
Antur Stiniog mountain bike trails. 16 miles
Golf
Porthmadog Golf Club. 18 hole course located in beautiful scenery. 2 miles
Royal St Davids Golf Club, Harlech. Nationally and internationally renowned, Royal St David's is one of Wales' premier golf courses. 13 miles
Pony-trekking
Porthmadog Riding Centre - stunning location with phenomenal landscape and tranquil scenes. Includes trekking and lessons. 2.5 miles
Fishing
Eisteddfa Fisheries - 5 lakes with lakeside café - suitable for experienced and beginner fishermen and families. 3 miles
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